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ridebikes_readbooks's review against another edition
dark
emotional
funny
informative
inspiring
medium-paced
4.25
Content Warnings
Graphic: Chronic illness
julievolp's review
informative
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
4.25
I am not sure I would rate this book so highly if I didn't have PMDD as the author does. But, because I do, I can't tell you how much it means to read another's account of this disorder. I didn't relate to everything she wrote about, and our journeys are actually pretty different, but the premise of it really struck home. I also really enjoyed reading about how her relationships were affected by the disorder, because that is by far my least favorite part of PMDD. Someone else who knows that PMDD guilt was reassuring to read about. As far as the writing went, it was very good overall but not great, which is why I didn't rate it higher. I also think the section which went over everyone's first time getting their periods was a little lengthy and I was getting bored, but that was the only section where I did.
tinamayreads's review against another edition
5.0
THE RED ZONE: A Love Story by Chloe Caldwell is an amazing memoir! Chloe shares her experiences with her period, PMS and PMDD and how they affect her relationships. It was great to read about someone openly discussing their period and things like blood clots, going on prescription medication, and how her cycle affected her moods. I especially liked the section sharing stories of people’s first periods. It made me reminisce about getting my first period and how it changes as we age. It was touching to read about Chloe’s relationship with her partner and how her new found love was so impactful in her life. I liked the humour and ease in this writing. It really felt like a friend was just chatting to you about her life and family. A really enjoyable read and I found myself super engaged in this book! I loved it!
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Thank you to Soft Skull Press for my gifted review copy!
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Thank you to Soft Skull Press for my gifted review copy!